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8 Reales - Charles III
| Silver (.917) | 27.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1770 |
| Value | 8 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1616-1820) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 27.07 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned globes surrounded by crowned pillars with banners. Year below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VTRAQUE VNUM
No 1770 Ro
Interesting fact
The 8 Reales coin from Colombia, minted during the reign of Charles III (1760-1770), was part of a series of coins known as the "Pillar Dollars" or "Columnarios." These coins were named after the pillar or column that appeared on the reverse side of the coin, which represented the Spanish colonies in the Americas. The 8 Reales coin was the highest denomination in the series and was widely used for trade and commerce in the Spanish colonies.
